Essential Attachments
Digging Buckets
The standard attachment for any excavator. Available in widths from 12" to 36".
- 12-18": Trenching, utility work
- 24-30": General excavation, foundations
- 36+": Mass excavation, grading
Hydraulic Thumbs
A thumb mounts opposite the bucket, allowing you to grab and move materials. Adds 30% more capability to your excavator.
Best for: Land clearing, debris removal, log handling
Augers
Drill holes for fence posts, tree planting, and footings. Requires auxiliary hydraulics.
Diameter options: 6", 9", 12", 18", 24"
Specialty Attachments
Hydraulic Hammers
Break concrete, asphalt, and rock. Sized by impact energy (ft-lbs).
- 500-1,000 ft-lbs: 1-2 ton excavators
- 2,000+ ft-lbs: 4-ton excavators
Rippers
Single-point tooth for breaking hard ground or prying up roots and rocks.
Grapples
Multi-tine grapple for handling brush, logs, and irregular materials.
Compatibility Checklist
Before buying an attachment, verify:
- Pin size and bucket width match your machine
- Hydraulic flow rate for hydraulic attachments
- Operating weight within machine's lift capacity
- Hitch type (pin-on, quick coupler)